Bill passed away this morning. He went peacefully in his sleep. Even though I thought I was prepared, it was pretty overwhelming. He was stirring around 3:00 a.m. and I got up to give him some more pain medication. I sat with him and held his hand for about and hour while he settled down and seemed comfortable again. He did squeeze my hand, at least I would like to believe that he did.

When I awoke this morning to check on him he was gone. He finally made his peace. He fought a very long, painful battle and didn't really complain very much, he never was bitter and tried to keep a positive attitude throughout the fight.

We will hold visitation on Friday at the Highland Funeral Home on Taylorsville Rd from 2-4 and 6-8. The funeral mass will be at St. Agnes Church on Newburg Rd at 1:00. I want to thank all of the many family and friends who have been praying for him and sending positive thoughts throughout this ordeal. I know he is at peace now, and soon I hope I too will have that peace.